Cooler Question

[Dukeuni]

Does the Igloo Polar work well? Just notice that it is a LOT cheaper then the Coleman. Will it work well enough for the cigars? Heck, since it is for cigars, I do not need to be concerned with keeping ice frozen for 5 days at 90 Degrees. Just want to make sure it is a good cooler.

[Volusianator]

Originally Posted by Dukeuni

Does the Igloo Polar work well?

OK, one thing to keep in mind here is it's a cooler, not a humidor. A cooler is designed to be a cooler, do they work well as humidors, yep. So if you're wondering if it's going to work well, just go take a look at it, look at the seal, that's about the only concern you have with a cooler. Absolutely none of them are any better than another when it comes to keeping your cigars at a certain temp, seal is the only thing. Will it smell like plastic for a while, yep. Just look at the seal, put a flashlight in it and look at it in a dark room. If need be, you can always use 1/8" or less weatherstripping on the seal if it's not good enough. Your cigars will be fine.

[St. Lou Stu]

Originally Posted by Dukeuni

Does the Igloo Polar work well? Just notice that it is a LOT cheaper then the Coleman. Will it work well enough for the cigars? Heck, since it is for cigars, I do not need to be concerned with keeping ice frozen for 5 days at 90 Degrees. Just want to make sure it is a good cooler.

Works great. I have two that have been solid at 65/65 for two years or more with minimal re-hydration (Including the winter 0-5% Rh months in the Midwest).

Originally Posted by Jbailey

3/4 lbs for 120qt a full 1lbs should be fine for 120-150qrt.

I've got 1.5 lbs. in each. But.... I like overkill.

Also, to check the cooler seal, drop the lid at the store. If it slams, forget it. If it falls on a cushion of air, consider it.